Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 9:5
This verse states that the dead know nothing, which contradicts 1 Kings 2:10 that describes David resting with his ancestors, implying a form of continued existence or peace after death.
Ecclesiastes 9:5: For the living know that they shall die: but the dead know not any thing, neither have they any more a reward; for the memory of them is forgotten.
Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 4:13
This verse advises not to grieve like those who have no hope, suggesting a belief in the resurrection, whereas 1 Kings 2:10 simply mentions David sleeping with his fathers, without reference to resurrection.
1 Thessalonians 4:13: But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope.
Contradiction with 2 Kings 2:11
Elijah is taken up to heaven in a whirlwind, which contrasts with 1 Kings 2:10, where David is said to have "slept with his fathers," implying burial and not immediate ascent to heaven.
2 Kings 2:11: And it came to pass, as they still went on, and talked, that, behold, [there appeared] a chariot of fire, and horses of fire, and parted them both asunder; and Elijah went up by a whirlwind into heaven.
Contradiction with Psalm 6:5
This verse claims there is no mention of God in death, contrasting with the peaceful resting implied in 1 Kings 2:10.
Psalm 6:5: For in death [there is] no remembrance of thee: in the grave who shall give thee thanks?
Contradiction with Genesis 5:24
Enoch is described as walking with God and then being no more, for God took him, which differs from the resting and burial described in 1 Kings 2:10.
Genesis 5:24: And Enoch walked with God: and he [was] not; for God took him.